2026 African Innovation & Entrepreneurship Postgraduate Scholarship at MCI Management Center Innsbruck in Austria

Location: Austria

Program: Postgraduate Program – Master’s

Eligibility: Students from African Countries

Duration: 2-3 years

Deadline: March 31, 2026

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The African Innovation & Entrepreneurship Scholarship 2026 is an inspiring scholarship program at MCI Management Center Innsbruck designed to empower talented students from across the African continent who are passionate about driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development in their home countries and the broader African region. Established under the patronage of distinguished African leaders and in partnership with organizations committed to Africa’s economic transformation, this scholarship reflects MCI’s dedication to fostering global connections and supporting emerging leaders from developing nations.

As Austria’s leading entrepreneurial university, MCI | The Entrepreneurial School® bridges science, business, and consulting through innovative education, maintaining partnerships with over 270 international universities and strong connections with leading industries worldwide. Located in Innsbruck, the “Capital of the Alps,” MCI provides an exceptional learning environment combining academic excellence with practical application.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship provides comprehensive support including:

Scholarship amount of EUR7,500 per year covering majority of tuition costs
Available master’s programs across 10+ academic majors
Renewable for entire program duration (3 years for bachelor’s, 2 years for master’s) upon maintaining satisfactory academic progress
Study at Austria’s leading entrepreneurial university (MCI)
Access to internationally accredited programs (AACSB, FIBAA, CEEMAN)
Strong focus on innovation and entrepreneurship development
Industry connections and practical learning through internships, company projects, and startup incubation
Mentorship from successful entrepreneurs and business leaders
Access to entrepreneurship centers, innovation labs, and startup resources
Networking with African diaspora and international business communities
Other benefits

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

Be nationals of African countries (from any of the 54 African nations)
Be non-EU/EEA citizens

Hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized national or international higher education institution (minimum 3-year degree program)
Provide complete transcript of records showing all completed courses
Demonstrate strong academic performance throughout previous studies

Demonstrate current or past engagement in activities related to innovation, entrepreneurship, or sustainable development in Africa
Show commitment to contributing to Africa’s economic growth and job creation
Aim to apply knowledge and skills gained at MCI to benefit African communities and economies
Plan to engage with African development goals during and after studies
English proficiency required: IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent certificates

Submit complete application through official MCI application portal
Provide statement recounting current or past commitment to scholarship aims related to African innovation, entrepreneurship, and development with concrete evidence/documentation

Note: Kindly check the official website for full and complete requirements.

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Selection Criteria

Selection is based on commitment to African innovation and entrepreneurship (demonstrated current or past engagement in activities promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, sustainable development, or economic growth in Africa through concrete activities and documentation), academic excellence (strong academic records from previous studies with transcripts showing consistent high achievement), alignment with scholarship goals (clear future objectives supporting African development with articulated plans for how MCI studies will contribute to entrepreneurial ventures, job creation, or innovation initiatives), and potential impact (demonstrated capacity to become innovative entrepreneur or change-maker contributing to Africa’s economic transformation and sustainable development).